I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say,

"I used everything You gave me."

~Erma Bombeck

December 4, 2008

Been Busy!

I know I haven't been posting for a while. I have gotten caught up in the Christmas rush! Over the course of the next couple of days, I will update you on what I have been doing...
This project was for my sister in law's mother in law. Did you get that? Anyway, these pictures document the process from start to finish.
First I write out all the words describing the individual as shown here...
Then, I practice the name and the watercolor wash to go behind the words like this...

Then, I make a few mistakes and have to start over again. The beauty of handmade items is the work that goes into them! The very first word I wrote I spelled wrong! It should have been "loving".

Here is the finished piece that my sis in law picked. Actually I did three and this is the one she picked.

After she has it framed she will send me a pic and I will post the finished, framed piece for you.

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About Me

I'm a stay at home mom to two of the most wonderful little girls and one darling boy who are the absolute lights in my life. I have a hardworking husband who provides well so I can be at home taking care of the details and chasing my dream of raising confident, creative children and having a creative career of my own. This blog is based upon the principle that God has given us all special talents and wants us to use them to the benefit of others. My sweet mother who passed away in October 2009 left with me a dream to bring back the creative soul within. I have always loved crafting and creating items with my hands. Now I want to create art. Somewhere along the way, I lost the dream of becoming an artist and I want to fulfill it so that my children know that anything is possible. In an effort to encourage them to use their talents, I am trying to use my own to set a good example. I hope you enjoy my blog, my crafts and my art. Comments are so appreciated and I hope you will share your dreams and wishes too!